1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 472 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2105 | E |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
